A patient with a known seizure disorder is admitted to the intensive care unit with a diagnosis of septic shock. The patient is being sedated with midazolam (Versed)
Following discontinuation of the medication, the patient remains sedated for several days. Based on the patient's history, what is the rationale for not treating with flumazenil (Romazicon)?
A) Increased risk of hypertension
B) Increased risk of seizures
C) Decreased sedation will result
D) Decreased level of agitation
B
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The student nurses are studying for a test on diabetes mellitus. What should the students know is a complication of diabetes termed "macrovascular"?
A) Retinopathy B) Stroke C) Nephropathy D) Renal failure
The nurse is planning care for a Navajo American Indian. How does this patient view the cause of ILLNESS? Select all that apply
1. Caused by displeasing holy people 2. Caused by annoying the elements 3. Caused by disturbing plant life 4. Caused by disturbing animal life
What are some sources of increased capillary permeability?
What will be an ideal response?